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The 15 plumbers serving Bertram, ranked.

We read 1,071 reviews across Google, Yelp and BBB for the 28 plumbers serving Bertram — including the one-star reviews other directories bury — and ranked them the way we'd rank them for a friend. The number that matters most here: only 13 of the 28 list 24-hour service — if it's the middle of the night, start with those. Rankings are not for sale.

Bertram's problem isn't finding a plumber; it's telling them apart — the median rating here is 4.9, and when everyone has five stars, the stars stop helping. 13 of these companies carry 100+ reviews — enough history for real patterns to show. The patterns differ more than the ratings do: 12 of the 28 have a repeated complaint pattern in their reviews — quotes that grew mid-job, unreturned callbacks — flagged and quoted on their cards below. One number worth knowing: only one company in this radius — MacLin Plumbing Co, Inc. — sits below 4.0 (3.9). Across the reviews we analyzed, the work named most often is water heaters and burst pipes.

Updated Jul 11, 202620-mile radius of downtown BertramHow we rank
How we rank — the 60-second version

What we read: for each plumber, up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB — the full text, not just the stars. For this page: 966 reviews across 15 businesses.

What moves a plumber up: repeated, independent evidence of showing up when promised, fair and upfront pricing, and work that holds. One glowing review counts for little; twenty that agree count for a lot.

What moves a plumber down: repeated complaint patterns — surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — especially when they show up on more than one platform.

What never moves the ranking: money. One clearly labeled sponsored slot may appear above this list; it never changes the order below it.

Our take on each plumber is our opinion, grounded in the reviews we quote on this page. Full methodology ↓

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Our top picks

Consistent evidence of showing up, honest pricing, and work that lasts
1

Texas Legacy Plumbing

Top pick
5.0 (209 Google reviews) 9.0 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Brendan shows up fast for emergencies and won't overcharge you, with five perfect reviews highlighting quick response times and fair pricing.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed209 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 209 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Exceptionally fast emergency response: 4 of 5 reviews explicitly mention same-day or on-time arrival, including one middle-of-the-night emergency (01:14 AM) (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Transparent pricing: 2 of 5 reviews specifically praise fair quotes and reasonable costs, with one homeowner noting savings vs. previous contractor work (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Efficient execution: 4 of 5 reviews mention work completed quickly without cutting corners or compromising quality (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“We had a plumbing emergency. Brendan came highly recommend by my HOA community. He showed up right on time and explained the issue. The work was completed quickly and efficiently. Going forward, Brendan would be my first call for any of my future plumbing …”
Indrani Pal · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 209 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(512) 970-7782
Full report →Website ↗
2

Mango Plumbing

Top pick
5.0 (97 Google reviews) 8.5 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

New company (5 months old) with exceptional workmanship and honest pricing, but occasionally arrives late due to scheduling conflicts.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed97 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 97 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • All 5 reviews praise quality work and expertise, with detailed descriptions of complex installations (water heaters, tankless systems, PRV replacement) executed flawlessly. (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • 4 of 5 reviewers explicitly mention fair/honest pricing and no service call fees, with one comparing favorably against 5 competitors with 'outrageous' quotes. (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Thorough attention to detail: one review describes 5-hour job with cleanup, area inspection, code compliance upgrades, and customer education included. (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • Responsiveness score (80) is notably lower than other dimensions; one reviewer experienced delay in arrival due to 'unforeseen circumstances at the job they had before.' (1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Jonah is a great guy and does quality work. He installed a new Bradford White water heater at a honest price. Highly recommend for any plumbing needs.”
Chance · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 97 reviews · newest from May 2026

(512) 537-8767
Full report →Website ↗
3

Vaquero Plumbing-Leander Plumber

Top pick
5.0 (54 Google reviews)4.2 on Yelp (6) 18.5 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

59 of 62 reviews are 5-star with sentiment 95% positive; Eddie is named in multiple reviews for tub spout and slab leak work.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed54 total on Google
5★13
4★0
3★1
2★1
1★0

What reviewers keep saying

  • Workmanship praised in 8 reviews including water softener install and slab leak repair with step-by-step explanations. (cited in 3 of 62 reviews)
  • Fast response cited in 8 reviews; one reviewer says techs fixed the issue within an hour of arrival. (cited in 3 of 62 reviews)
  • Pricing called reasonable/honest in reviews mentioning water leak rescue and hot water heater install. (cited in 3 of 62 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“I cannot recommend Carl(in) enough from Vaquero Plumbing! I had the unfortunate worst case scenario with a main line slab leak. Carl, Javi, and his contractors came in to save the day several days this week to get me back up and running. They took the time to …”
Christy Hinterlong · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“I hired Vaquero Plumbing as the plumber for a bathroom remodel. First, the gentlemen who came out to do the work were good people and easy to welcome into my home. The hard stuff, busting up concrete and moving piping went fine; however, they managed to …”
George L. · ★★ · Yelp · Oct 2023

We read 62 of 54 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(512) 893-8705
Full report →Website ↗
4

The Leander Plumber - Company

Top pick24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
5.0 (33 Google reviews) 17.5 mi from downtown Bertram
Our take — how we form it

All 38 analyzed reviews are 5-star (sentiment 100% positive); fair_pricing cited 5 times and same-day Memorial weekend toilet job completed in 1 hour.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed33 total on Google
5★15
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

What reviewers keep saying

  • Fair pricing called out in 5 of 38 reviews including 'no surprise fees' from a same-day customer. (cited in 3 of 38 reviews)
  • Fast response on holidays: Memorial weekend reviewer reports two toilets fixed within 1 hour of calling. (cited in 2 of 38 reviews)
  • Punctuality cited: reviewer says Michael arrived at the exact time he committed for a leaking commode repair. (cited in 2 of 38 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“Very professional, honest pricing, and great customer service. If you’re looking for a reliable local plumbing company, I highly recommend them.”
testigo · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2025
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 15 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 38 of 33 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

(737) 530-8021
Full report →Website ↗
5

FCS Mechanical

Top pickSmall track record
4.7 (27 Google reviews) 13.0 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Dispatches crews within an hour even on weekend nights and handles complex jobs thoroughly—exactly what you need at 2am with a burst pipe.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed27 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 27 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

What reviewers keep saying

  • Rapid after-hours response: 2 of 5 reviewers explicitly praise emergency weekend/late-night availability and sub-1-hour dispatch (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Thorough diagnostics and documentation: Multiple reviewers highlight detailed problem explanation, camera inspection, and photo-backed summaries (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
  • Professional crew conduct: 3 of 5 reviews mention clean work practices, respect for home/workspace, and courteous communication during visits (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • No repeated complaints found in the reviews we've read.
What reviewers praise
“We had leaks on our property that affected hotel operations, so we called Tyler to address the issue. He arrived on time with all the necessary tools, including a camera, and did not hesitate to work in dirty areas to get to the root cause of the leak. He …”
Ahmed Ali · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 27 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(512) 729-0093
Full report →Website ↗

Worth a look — with caveats

Real strengths, but read the concerns first
6

Roger’s Plumbing

Caveats apply
4.8 (981 Google reviews)3.6 on Yelp (72) 18.2 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Excellent workmanship and communication with fast emergency response, but pricing runs high and reliability issues plague a small subset of customers with recurring problems.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed981 total on Google
5★10
4★1
3★0
2★1
1★3

Why we're cautious

  • Serious recurring failure pattern: One customer reports 7 repeat visits for same dripping faucet issue under warranty, with technicians making it worse most times and arriving late repeatedly (1 of 164 reviews)
  • Management inflexibility on specialized equipment: One tankless water heater customer reports technician lacked Rinnai experience, refused to contact manufacturer support per customer request, and owner blamed customer rather than addressing service gap (1 of 164 reviews)
  • Pricing consistently above market: 2 reviewers specifically note 'pricey' charges or find quotes expensive, though some justify it for complex work (2 of 164 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional communication and transparency: 8 reviews specifically praise technicians explaining work step-by-step, providing options, and keeping customers informed throughout the process (cited in 8 of 164 reviews)
  • Fast emergency response: Multiple reviewers report being prioritized quickly during emergencies, with same-day or next-day arrival on burst pipes and slab leaks (cited in 4 of 164 reviews)
  • Consistently strong workmanship quality: 11 reviews mention excellent, thorough, or efficient work completion with attention to detail and cleanup (cited in 11 of 164 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Orlando was amazing from the moment he arrived until the moment he left. He was kind, patient, and incredibly informative the entire time. It’s rare to experience this level of service these days. Thank you for genuinely caring and for taking the time to walk …”
Marcia Rhodes-Tyler · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Although I specifically requested a. Technician with Rinnai tankless water heater experience. he clearly was not. He could not get his manometer to connect, only cleaned the igniter and focused on selling expensive warranties and services. I continue to have …”
James Oliver · ★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 164 of 981 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(737) 240-3477
Full report →Website ↗
7

Plumb Doctors Inc.

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (576 Google reviews)4.4 on Yelp (96) 19.1 mi from downtown Bertram
Our take — how we form it

Excellent workmanship and emergency response, but recent reliability issues and communication breakdowns suggest potential staffing changes are affecting consistency.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed576 total on Google
5★9
4★0
3★2
2★2
1★2

Why we're cautious

  • Recent sharp deterioration in responsiveness and reliability. Two recent reviews (Dec 2024-2025) report cancelled appointments, no-shows, unanswered phones, and full voicemails. One reviewer explicitly notes no positive reviews in the last 7 months. (2 of 185 reviews)
  • Potential staffing turnover affecting service. One reviewer mentions 'the top three plumbers have left' and notes the company 'WERE the best,' suggesting recent degradation in performance. (1 of 185 reviews)
  • High pricing on simple installations. One review documents $451 charge for a $40-70 expansion tank installation and $406 for a $30-50 drip pan, noting the installation work itself was competent but pricing felt exploitative. (1 of 185 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast emergency response with multiple same-day and after-hours arrivals documented. 5 reviews explicitly mention rapid response during evenings, holidays, and weekends within 15-25 minutes. (cited in 5 of 185 reviews)
  • Strong workmanship quality with 8+ reviews praising efficiency, thoroughness, and professional execution. Specific mentions include complex jobs like slab leak repairs and toilet flange replacements. (cited in 6 of 185 reviews)
  • Transparent communication and customer education. 4 reviews highlight technicians explaining work, showing customers how to perform maintenance, and providing detailed documentation. (cited in 4 of 185 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“We tracked down Plumb Doctors after a few plumbers recommended by friends turned us down because they didn't service tankless water heaters. We've since used them twice and I can highly recommend! Marc came out last year because our water wouldn't stay hot …”
Jeffrey & Tina · ★★★★★ · Google · Aug 2024
The most critical take we found
“Beyond disappointing- said they would be out this morning. Around 11:30am I called to confirm they were still coming, and was told the technician would be here in about an hour. Another hour went by, I called again- this time no one picked up and I was sent …”
Lisa Pritchard · ★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 185 of 576 reviews · newest from Dec 2025

(512) 960-0044
Full report →Website ↗
8

Excalibur Plumbing

Caveats apply
4.7 (421 Google reviews)4.2 on Yelp (100) 15.7 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Curtis and crew show up fast with expert diagnostics and fair pricing, but their marketing email unsubscribe function is broken.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed421 total on Google
5★8
4★0
3★2
2★3
1★2

Our sample skews heavily toward critical reviews — it disagrees with the Google average shown above.

Why we're cautious

  • Marketing email system is broken and unresponsive. One customer reports unsubscribe button does not function, receives frequent unsolicited review request emails, and follow-up emails to non-noreply addresses go unanswered. This is a customer service/operational issue, not a plumbing issue. (1 of 196 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional responsiveness and same-day/next-day availability. Multiple reviewers praise speed of arrival and scheduling flexibility, including holiday availability (Thanksgiving call answered and Monday installation completed). (cited in 5 of 196 reviews)
  • Consistently skilled and thorough workmanship. Water heater replacements, pressure valve work, leak diagnostics, and complex repairs completed efficiently (one review noted completion in exactly one hour including re-soldering hard-piped relief pipe). (cited in 5 of 196 reviews)
  • Fair pricing relative to competitors. Multiple reviewers explicitly state Excalibur's rates are 'reasonable,' 'sensible,' or 'competitive' compared to peer companies; one mentions 20% less than Radiant or ABC; customers acknowledge they're not always cheapest but represent good value. (cited in 5 of 196 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Great job! Richard and his helper were right on it for a propane gas water heater replacement, checked out everything, installed the same-fit/size replacement that we had lined up already right there, and amazingly, they were done in exactly one hour! That …”
C Perilloux · ★★★★★ · Google · Mar 2026
The most critical take we found
“Plumbing was fine. Price was fine. The fact that the unsubscribe button on their emails doesn't actually unsubscribe is NOT fine. Not only was I signed up for marketing emails I didn't want (seriously, plumbing service is not a luxury good--marketing emails …”
Tim Cluster · ★★ · Google · Dec 2025

We read 196 of 421 reviews · newest from Mar 2026

(512) 487-1388
Full report →Website ↗
9

Vaquero Plumbing

Caveats apply
5.0 (188 Google reviews) 6.5 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Responds to emergencies same-day with experienced technicians, but pricing fairness is completely unverified—5 reviews mention quality but none discuss cost.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed188 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 188 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Pricing fairness dimension at 0/100 with no review evidence—suggests either data collection error or serious unaddressed cost complaints not captured in these 5 reviews

To be fair

  • Emergency responsiveness: explicitly made scheduling sacrifices to dispatch technician quickly on water leak emergency (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • 5 of 5 reviews consistently praise technician professionalism and skill, with 4 mentions of Javier specifically by name (cited in 4 of 5 reviews)
  • Work completed efficiently: one review notes complex job finished within one hour; another emphasizes 'done right the first time' (cited in 2 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Vaquero Plumbing was amazing. They were so friendly and helpful to work with. Our technician Javier did an amazing job, was super professional and knowledgeable. I would recommend this company to anyone!”
Nicole Haupt · ★★★★★ · Google · May 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 188 reviews · newest from May 2026

(512) 893-8705
Full report →Website ↗
10

Cedar Park Plumbing

Caveats apply
4.9 (153 Google reviews) 16.7 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

91 of 93 reviews 5-star with 17 fast_response mentions, but reviews skew thin (one-line praise) and Josh is named in nearly every detailed review.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed153 total on Google
5★14
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

What reviewers keep saying

  • Josh named by name in repeat-visit reviews — same tech returns for the same household across multiple jobs (cited in 4 of 93 reviews)
  • Honest-second-opinion pattern: one reviewer said Josh was honest after 4 prior plumbers tried to swindle her, gave her a teacher's discount (cited in 1 of 93 reviews)

What reviewers complain about

  • One 5-star reviewer noted total price seemed 'a little high' on a faucet job — only 5 fair_pricing themes against 17 plumber-cost mentions (1 of 93 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Joshua is knowledgeable and does great work. He's efficient, trustworthy and knows what needs to be done. I like that the same serviceman comes everytime when I need work done. He is familiar with what I need taken care of. The lady in the office is always …”
Carol Cotten · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“They installed a new garbage disposal for me. It did a good job. It seems to be up to standards. I just challenged them on the price installation takes less than an hour and they charge me $400 for the installation and $200 for the disposal I’ll check the …”
Jack Stanley BCC · ★ · Google · Apr 2025

We read 93 of 153 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(512) 260-5079
Full report →Website ↗
11

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listing
4.9 (152 Google reviews)1.0 on Yelp (1) 17.1 mi from downtown Bertram
Our take — how we form it

94 of 97 reviews are 5-star and 21 reviews cite fast_response; one Yelp 1-star alleges a $290 charge for a 5-minute disposal fix.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed152 total on Google
5★13
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★2

Why we're cautious

  • Yelp 1-star alleges $290 quoted then dropped to $190 after objection for a 5-minute disposal turn — suggests overcharge-then-negotiate pattern. (1 of 97 reviews)
  • One 4-star reviewer flagged the service as expensive while still praising the technician. (1 of 97 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fast response cited in 21 of 97 reviews; same-day or within-hours arrival mentioned for water heater and disposal jobs. (cited in 3 of 97 reviews)
  • After-hours/weekend response confirmed: Sunday night drain leak and post-midnight sewage backup both addressed promptly. (cited in 2 of 97 reviews)
  • Water heater work specifically praised: 7 service mentions, including same-day diagnosis and attic replacement. (cited in 2 of 97 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Was having trouble with my water heater and when I called Roto Rooter they sent Jonny within a couple of hours to Diagnose what was going on. Thanks to him he was able to find the issue and get it squared away for us. Thank you sir for the help.”
Isaac Valerio · ★★★★★ · Google · Feb 2026
The most critical take we found
“Called Roto-rooter on a Saturday afternoon as we noticed a small leak under the bathroom sink cabinet. There was another pipe which was closed and apparently connects into the city drain, and the leak was from that outlet. The technician arrived promptly and …”
Madhuri Korampally · ★ · Google · Jul 2025

We read 97 of 152 reviews · newest from Feb 2026 · BBB A+ accredited

(512) 690-2137
Full report →Website ↗
12

Ask Bill's Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
4.8 (23 Google reviews) 14.7 mi from downtown Bertram
Our take — how we form it

Exceptionally fast emergency responder with strong workmanship, but beware of the All-State Plumbing umbrella company trap that caught at least one caller with inflated diagnostic fees.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed23 total on Google
5★14
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★1

Why we're cautious

  • Potential confusion with All-State Plumbing umbrella company: at least one caller reached All-State instead of the local 'Ask Bill's' operation, was charged $139 diagnostic fee with vague $489 estimate ('let's hope' it fixes the problem) (2 of 28 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional responsiveness to emergency calls—multiple reviewers report same-day or late-night arrival (9:45pm, 10:30pm, Sunday morning), even on holidays like Thanksgiving (cited in 6 of 28 reviews)
  • Technicians arrive prepared with parts already on truck, minimizing job completion time (Ben had 'almost all of the parts already in his truck' for last-minute call) (cited in 2 of 28 reviews)
  • Consistent high-quality workmanship across diverse jobs (water heaters, slab leaks, tree root removal, toilet installation, burst pipes) (cited in 5 of 28 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Great plumbing company. They went above and beyond. They replaced my water heater but also helped me replaceing a outside faucet. Recommended”
natalia medrano · ★★★★★ · Google · Aug 2024
The most critical take we found
“I called this plumbing company because the house pictured is 1 block away from me, and with the pictures of the kids, it seemed like he would be down to earth. Not to mention that the reviews seemed good. When I called the number, it was an "umbrella …”
Faye Campbell · ★ · Google · Sep 2023

We read 28 of 23 reviews · newest from Aug 2024

(512) 729-9281
Full report →Website ↗
13

Homestead Plumbing

Caveats apply24/7 per Google listingSmall track record
5.0 (11 Google reviews) 13.6 mi from downtown Bertram
Our take — how we form it

Emergency-ready plumber who shows up fast and fixes it right, but pricing transparency is a major blind spot with zero mentions of costs across all reviews.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed11 total on Google
5★5
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★0

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 11 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • Pricing dimension scores 0/100 with high variance (4-point spread across other metrics suggests inconsistent pricing experiences not reflected in these reviews) (1 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Exceptional emergency responsiveness—called at 5pm for urgent water leak and arrived expeditiously to diagnose and repair same day (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
  • Consistently professional workmanship across multiple service types (water softener, faucet, toilet installation, leak repair) with attention to upfront explanation of work (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • 5 of 5 reviews rate service 5/5 stars with repeat customer mentioning Chris by name and multiple jobs completed (cited in 5 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Homestead plumbing is the best of the best! I can’t recommend them enough, excellent service and knowledge!”
Carra Greer · ★★★★★ · Google · Jun 2026
The most critical take we found

No critical reviews among the 5 we analyzed — there is nothing negative to quote yet.

We read 5 of 11 reviews · newest from Jun 2026

(512) 361-8754
Full report →Website ↗

We'd keep looking

The average rating hides complaint patterns we can't ignore
14

MacLin Plumbing Co, Inc.

We'd call someone else first
3.9 (81 Google reviews) 15.9 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Split house: 48 of 73 reviews are 5-star but 23 are 1-star (33% negative sentiment); home-warranty work draws the harshest complaints.

Rating mix — of the 15 reviews we analyzed81 total on Google
5★4
4★0
3★1
2★0
1★10

Why we're cautious

  • 23 of 73 reviews are 1-star with reviewConsistency at 0.137 — sharply polarized experience. (3 of 73 reviews)
  • Repeat-issue complaint: 1-star reviewer says company refused to recheck same problem one month later — surprise_fees theme appears. (1 of 73 reviews)
  • Communication failures during warranty job: crew completed work with no paperwork or pre-approval per 1-star account. (1 of 73 reviews)

To be fair

  • Water heater work has 18 service mentions; warranty-dispatched techs praised for on-time, knowledgeable installs. (cited in 2 of 73 reviews)
  • Same-day and on-time service confirmed: Thanksgiving-weekend disposal leak and warranty visits fixed within the appointment window. (cited in 2 of 73 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“I just had a simple service from them through my home insurance company. My plumber, Jerry Hamlin was early, quick, quiet, clean and considerate to wear shoe covers and not mess up my floors. He was also kind enough to give me some advice for future repairs. …”
angelin abraham · ★★★★★ · Google · Dec 2024
The most critical take we found
“*AVOID* Cost me thousands of dollars because they did not want to do the job assigned by my home warranty company, American Home Shield. MacLin Plumbing CO. was assigned to my service ticket regarding my leaking hot water tank. As many Texas residents, my gas …”
Bridget M · ★ · Google · Jun 2025

We read 73 of 81 reviews · newest from Jun 2025

(512) 259-7473
Full report →Website ↗
15

Ski's Plumbing

We'd call someone else firstSmall track record
4.3 (24 Google reviews) 5.4 mi from downtown BertramNot a 24/7 shop
Our take — how we form it

Excellent pricing and occasional stellar service, but inconsistent workmanship and poor communication create real risk—especially for time-sensitive jobs.

Rating mix — of the 5 reviews we analyzed24 total on Google
5★3
4★0
3★0
2★0
1★2

Small sample — we've analyzed only 5 of 24 reviews so far. Treat this as a first read.

Why we're cautious

  • 2 of 5 reviews (40%) report defective work or failure to acknowledge problems: missing screw causing overnight leak and crooked dishwasher installation (2 of 5 reviews)
  • Unprofessional behavior under pressure: aggressive knocking despite explicit request, impatience with customer, no responsiveness to post-job inquiries (1 of 5 reviews)
  • Installation quality issues: faucet leaked overnight due to missing screw; dishwasher installed crooked and not flush with cabinetry (2 of 5 reviews)

To be fair

  • Fair pricing: 3 of 5 reviews explicitly praise competitive or reasonable rates (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Quick diagnostics and problem-solving: 3 reviews note rapid leak location and issue identification (cited in 3 of 5 reviews)
  • Follow-up service: 1 review mentions returning the next day to verify repair was effective (cited in 1 of 5 reviews)
What reviewers praise
“Skis plumbing went above & beyond in customer service. Located the leak quickly & took appropriate action to resolve issue. Even came back next day to inspect leak was fixed. Unusual in today’s world.”
Debbie Besaw · ★★★★★ · Google · Oct 2025
The most critical take we found
“only to replace antifreeze hose faucet and fix kitchen faucet and garden faucet ended up leaking overnight because missing screw but he would not even metion that”
Majdi Taher · ★ · Google · Feb 2026

We read 5 of 24 reviews · newest from Feb 2026

(512) 778-9119
Full report →Website ↗

Also serving Bertram — not enough reviews to rank

We don't rank a plumber until we've read enough reviews to have an opinion. Ratings below are Google's, not ours.

Brandenburg Plumbing, Heating, & Air 4.9 (699 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 14.5 mi Call
Spicewood Plumbing 4.9 (370 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 19.7 mi Call
Tanker's Plumbing & Septics 4.9 (132 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 18.5 mi Call
Spicewood Plumbing 4.9 (25 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 17.8 mi Call
Trinity Services 4.9 (191 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 17.7 mi Call
Complete Care Plumbing Electric & AC 4.9 (84 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 18.0 mi Call
TD Plumbing 5.0 (17 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 19.8 mi Call
ZK Plumbing, LLC 5.0 (15 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 14.5 mi Call
OnCall Plumbing 4.9 (642 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 13.7 mi Call
Economy Plumbing Services of Marble Falls 4.7 (15 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 16.4 mi Call
J & M Kinsey Plumbing, Inc. 5.0 (3 Google reviews) · Marble Falls · 19.4 mi Call
Revive plumbing 5.0 (121 Google reviews) · Liberty Hill · 9.0 mi Call
Plumber Annapolis Md 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Leander · 16.2 mi Call

What reviewers complain about in Bertram

The repeated complaint patterns our read surfaced, business by business — each links to the card where the supporting quotes live. How we find these →

  • Roger’s Plumbing — Serious recurring failure pattern: One customer reports 7 repeat visits for same dripping faucet issue under warranty, with technicians making it worse most times and arriving late repeatedly
  • Roger’s Plumbing — Management inflexibility on specialized equipment: One tankless water heater customer reports technician lacked Rinnai experience, refused to contact manufacturer support per customer request, and owner blamed customer rather than addressing service gap
  • Plumb Doctors Inc. — Recent sharp deterioration in responsiveness and reliability. Two recent reviews (Dec 2024-2025) report cancelled appointments, no-shows, unanswered phones, and full voicemails. One reviewer explicitly notes no positive reviews in the last 7 months.
  • Plumb Doctors Inc. — Potential staffing turnover affecting service. One reviewer mentions 'the top three plumbers have left' and notes the company 'WERE the best,' suggesting recent degradation in performance.
  • Excalibur Plumbing — Marketing email system is broken and unresponsive. One customer reports unsubscribe button does not function, receives frequent unsolicited review request emails, and follow-up emails to non-noreply addresses go unanswered. This is a customer service/operational issue, not a plumbing issue.
  • Vaquero Plumbing — Pricing fairness dimension at 0/100 with no review evidence—suggests either data collection error or serious unaddressed cost complaints not captured in these 5 reviews
  • Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup — Yelp 1-star alleges $290 quoted then dropped to $190 after objection for a 5-minute disposal turn — suggests overcharge-then-negotiate pattern.
  • Ask Bill's Plumbing — Potential confusion with All-State Plumbing umbrella company: at least one caller reached All-State instead of the local 'Ask Bill's' operation, was charged $139 diagnostic fee with vague $489 estimate ('let's hope' it fixes the problem)

How we rank the plumbers on this page

  1. We read the reviews — all of them we can get. For each plumber serving Bertram we pulled up to 100 recent reviews from Google, Yelp and BBB and read the full text. For this page: 966 reviews across 15 businesses.
  2. Patterns beat anecdotes. A plumber moves up when independent reviewers keep describing the same behavior: showing up when promised, quoting before working, work that holds. One rave changes nothing.
  3. Complaints count double when they repeat.Surprise fees, missed appointments, pressure sales — when the same complaint appears across reviewers (or across platforms), it caps how high we'll rank a business regardless of its star average.
  4. Money never moves the ranking.A plumber can buy the clearly-labeled sponsored slot at the top of the page — visibility, not endorsement. A business we wouldn't recommend can't buy the slot at all, and no payment changes the ranked order.
  5. Our take is our opinion.It's grounded in the reviews we quote and count on this page — check our evidence and disagree with us if you like. That's the point of showing it.
Every quotation on this page is reproduced verbatimfrom a publicly posted review and attributed to its author, star rating, platform and date. Star averages and review counts are Google's (or Yelp's) as of our last data pull. “Rating mix” charts describe only the set of reviews we analyzed, which we state on every card. Read the full policy — including what we do not do — on our methodology page.

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